Salary Range: $18 – $22 per hour
Employment Status: CASUAL / RELIEF HOURS
Classification: Community Services 1
M’Chigeeng Wellness Centre is a senior living facility for independent individuals who require minimal assistance. At the Wellness Centre and in the community, we provide services to those individuals who require additional home supports, such as daily exercise, hygiene care, wellness checks, meal preparation and light housekeeping.
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Home Care Manager, the Homemakers will provide service to clients of the Home Care Program who need assistance caring for themselves as a result of aging, sickness, disability and/or other inflictions. Homemaking may include housecleaning, laundry, meal preparation and transportation. Homemakers are responsible for ensuring that service is delivered in a caring and respectful manner, in accordance with relevant policies and industry standards.
Essential Functions:
This includes but is not limited to:
• Routine housekeeping activities that assist in maintaining a clean and tidy living environment for clients; thoroughly cleans and sanitizes kitchen appliances, kitchen cupboards, washes dishes, cleans bathroom and all floorings, vacuums as necessary and takes out the trash.
• Monitor operation of household appliances and notes and report any items requiring repair
• Does light laundry or takes laundry to Laundromat and regularly changes bed linens
• Efficiently maintain accurate and timely reports for effective file management
• Detect and report immediately any noticeable changes to clients’ health
• Maintain confidentiality in relation to all clients
• Provide companionship, friendship, and emotional support.
Qualifications & Requirements:
At least two (2) years related work experience
Experience working with the elderly is a strong asset
Valid First Aid/CPR Certification would be an asset
Other
Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to reliable vehicle
Able to work shift work and flexible hours
Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
Knowledge of the Ojibwe culture and traditions
Fluency in the Ojibwe language is a strong asset or the willingness to learn
Required Knowledge:
• Knowledge of home management skills
• Knowledge of principles and process for providing client and personal services, including determinants, meeting quality standards and evaluation of client satisfaction
• The ability to establish and maintain connections
• The ability to identify problems and determine effective solutions
• The ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
• The ability to observe and recognize changes in clients
Condition of Employment: Police Vulnerable Sector Check
- Police Vulnerable Sector Screening must date within 30 days, original or certified copy and is required from the successful applicant.
POSTING CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Interested applicants must submit COVER LETTER, RESUME, and education certifications addressed to:
CONFIDENTIAL: HOMEMAKERS
c/o Human Resources
M’Chigeeng FN, P.O. Box 333
M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0 (Fax 705-377-4980) or to employment@mchigeeng.ca
*Please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For a Detailed job description, please contact carlaa@mchigeeng.ca to request.